At one of the most difficult times for people,
Seniors•At•Home can provide an interdisciplinary team of professionals who support the lives of those who are failing or dying with a plan and services that address medical, psychosocial and spiritual needs.
Principles of Palliative Care
The
Seniors•At•Home Palliative and End of Life Care Program is designed to relieve suffering and improve quality of life.
- Respect the goals, needs and choices of the client
- Provide assistance with relief of pain and stress at any stage of a serious illness
- Support optimum quality of life for clients and families
- Address medical, emotional, social and spiritual needs
- Coordinate care among health care providers and care settings throughout the course of an illness
Core Services to Meet Your Needs
- Prevention and relief of suffering
- Pain and symptom management
- Personal care and assistance with activities of daily living
- Companionship
- Spiritual and emotional support
- Chaplain visits
- 24-hour on-call nurses
- Palliative Care consultation services to address any questions and concerns and help you make informed decisions about this challenging time in life
Interdisciplinary Team
- A coordinated team of professionals and volunteers, including nursing specialists, care managers, clergy, caregivers, and a consulting physician
- Works closely with your physician and other healthcare providers
- Coordinates hospice services if and when chosen by you